Canada Celebrates Organic Week, September 21-28, 2013

OTTAWA, Sept. 19, 2013 /CNW/ - This September 21-28 marks the fourth
annual Organic Week. Across the country, Canadians will come together
to celebrate the fastest growing food and agriculture sector in the
country: organics.

Coordinated by Canadian Organic Growers, the Canadian Health Food
Association and the Canada Organic Trade Association, Organic Week is
celebrated through a variety of public events, farm tours and workshops
dedicated to informing consumers of the health and ecological benefits
of choosing organic products.

"Canadians want to know how their food is produced and where it comes
from" said Ashley St Hilaire, Director of Operations of Canadian
Organic Growers "Organic is a sure way to know your product is
sustainably and ecologically produced".

"The regulations and strict organic standards give Canadians the peace
of mind that when they see the Canada Organic logo they are not only
investing in their health but they can feel confident they are
purchasing products made without the use of toxic chemicals, which
support sustainable environmentally friendly practices and animal
welfare," added Helen Sherrard, president of the Canadian Health Food
Association.

Recent research has shown Canada's organic market is currently worth
$3.7 billion, and has tripled in value since 2006, despite the impact
of the recession over the wider economy. "Our study shows that 58% of
all Canadians purchase organic every week" said Matthew Holmes,
Executive Director of the Canada Organic Trade Association, "more and
more consumers are choosing organic products every day, and the Canada
organic logo makes it easy to do so".

Organic Week events will take place from Newfoundland to British
Columbia and will range from movie screenings to farm-tours. Many
retailers and farmers markets will also use the week as an opportunity
to showcase organic products and educate consumers. To find more about
Organic Week events or where to find them in your area, please visit www.organicweek.ca